This MDHS sets out how to survey workplace premises for asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and how to record the results in a usable form. It also gives advice on how to recognise and sample suspected ACMs. The MDHS has been produced as part of guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive for people carrying out surveys. It will also be of interest to those who commission surveys. Contents: Introduction; Overview of requirements for surveying and sampling; Aim, purpose and type of survey; Surevey planning; Health and safety risks; Surveying; Bulk sampling strategy; Bulk sampling procedures; Assessment; Documentation; Quality assurance procedures; References; Acknowledgements; Annex 1: What ACMs look like and where to find them; Annex 2: Example of a survey and sampling equipment checklist; Annex 3: Asbestos warning label.
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